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    Explore ancient history, focusing on civilizations like Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Understand their cultures, achievements, and impacts.

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      Sapienza University of Rome

      Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Spatial Analysis, Art History, Geographic Information Systems, World History, Cultural Responsiveness, Data Integration, Culture, Information Systems

      4.8
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      146 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Emory University

      Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Physical Science, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Ancient History, World History, Timelines, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      138 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Asia Oriental en el s. XX: introducción desde la Historia

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, World History, Governance, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Reconstructing America's Story

      Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Social Justice, World History, Political Sciences, Storytelling, Policy Analysis, Diversity Awareness

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

      Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Taxonomy, Chemistry, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      643 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      活用希臘哲學 (Understanding the Greek Philosophy)

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Research, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct, European History, World History, Cultural Diversity, Scientific Methods, Discussion Facilitation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      246 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      The Politics of Skepticism

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, European History, Ancient History, Policy Analysis, Research, Creativity, Investigation, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sapienza University of Rome

      L’Egitto prima e dopo i faraoni. Dalla nascita dello Stato (3000 a.C. ca.) alle prime comunità cristiane (IV secolo d.C.)

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Research, Higher Education, Political Sciences, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      大學之理念 (The Idea of a University)

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Political Sciences, Education and Training, International Relations, Economics, Social Sciences, World History, Personal Development, Policy Analysis, Governance, Cultural Diversity, Resource Allocation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      History of Medical Cannabis

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Medication Administration, Research, Substance Abuse, Health Care, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Safety, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Public Policies, Research Design, Risk Analysis, Biology, Research Methodologies, Legal Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Yale University

      Становление современной Украины

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ancient history courses

    • Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.: Sapienza University of Rome
    • Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future: Emory University
    • Asia Oriental en el s. XX: introducción desde la Historia: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Reconstructing America's Story: University of Pennsylvania
    • Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life: University of Copenhagen
    • 活用希臘哲學 (Understanding the Greek Philosophy): National Taiwan University
    • The Politics of Skepticism: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • L’Egitto prima e dopo i faraoni. Dalla nascita dello Stato (3000 a.C. ca.) alle prime comunità cristiane (IV secolo d.C.): Sapienza University of Rome
    • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • 大學之理念 (The Idea of a University): National Taiwan University

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